Truxal Library Exhibit: Hispanic Heritage Month 2024

A profile/interview of 29-year-old Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez, the youngest woman ever elected to Congress. The 29-year-old Democratic Socialist and Representative of New York’s 14th district discusses her progressive views and her upbringing in the Bronx. Directed by Evie Salomon, Andy Court, In 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2019), 14 minutes

Latinos are multi-generational, inter-ethnic, immigrant, and the fast-growing population in the United States. The presentation will promote knowledge about Latinos through several topics: demographics, cultural values and worldviews, personal and family identity, societal stressors, bilingualism/biliteracy, religion/spirituality, healthcare and mental healthcare orientations, and contemporary issues. Case examples with proposed interventions will also be described. Written by Patricia Arredondo, Therapist Patricia Arredondo (Alexandria, VA: Microtraining Associates, 2004), 1 hour 6 minutes

Dolores Huerta is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first farm workers unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice alongside Chavez, becoming one of the most defiant feminists of the twentieth century - and she continues the fight to this day, at 87. With intimate and unprecedented access to this intensely private mother to eleven, the film reveals the raw, personal stakes involved in committing one's life to social change. Directed by Peter Bratt, Performed by Dolores Huerta, Cesar Chavez, Robert F. Kennedy, Gloria Steinem, Produced by Alpita Patel, Peter Bratt, 5 Stick Films, Inc. (Sausalito, CA: Roco Films, 2017), 1 hour 37 minutes

The brains behind the political slogan “Yes we can!”, Mexican-American labor leader Dolores Huerta fought for the rights of immigrant workers in the 1960s. In Untold: Hidden Figures, 45 (Derry, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 3 minutes

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana The passion and power of Flamenco Dance is showcased in this profile of Flamenco Vivo - America's leading Flamenco company as they present 2 works, "Carmen, El Baile" and "Estilos Flamencos" in their 25th Anniversary concert at the Joyce Theater in New York City. The 9 dancers in the company are accompanied by 5 live musicians led by master guitarist/composer Calvin Hazen. The result is a passionate re-invigoration of the flamenco art form by master practitioners. Also included in the program is an interview with Carlota Santana - the artistic director of Flamenco Vivo. Directed by Charles Dennis, Composed by Calvin Hazen, Performed by Carlota Santana, Lighting by Clifton Taylor, Produced by Charles Dennis, In Alive & Kicking, Program 93 (Charles Dennis Productions, 2008), 40 minutes

This episode focuses on: Hispanic-Americans: Two Cultures. Produced by Mary Mapes, In Eye On America, September 8, 1992 (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 1992), 5 minutes

In 1993, Ellen Ochoa wrote her name in the stars – as the first Hispanic woman to enter orbit. She continues to inspire generations of aspiring astronauts today. Produced by Makematic, In Untold: Hidden Figures, Season 1, Episode 39 (Derry, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 2 minutes

Julia Alvarez's remarkable contributions to Hispanic literature explore immigrant experiences, cultural identity, and resistance against injustice. (Derry, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2023). 3 minutes

Uncover the countless ways in which Central and South American civilizations have influenced the U.S. From language to medicine, from food to manufacturing, develop a strong understanding of these influential and ancient civilizations. Learn about the idea of 'Manifest Destiny,' discover Puerto Rico's quest for independence and find out how the 'Little War' affected Mexico. Directed by Richard Arsenault, Narrated by Ramona Tafoya, Produced by Richard Arsenault, TMW Media Group (Los Angeles, CA - Venice: TMW Media Group, 1997), 16 minutes

HBO presents a unique glimpse into the vibrant and burgeoning culture of Hispanic America through a series of highly personal video portraits of Latinos who have richly contributed to the fabric of contemporary society. Funny, poignant and irreverent, The Latino List illuminates the Latino experience today, at a time when the Latino population in the US is booming. The Latino List: Volume 1 spotlights a diverse range of notables from music, science, journalism, theater, politics, business, and government. In intimate interviews with NPR correspondent Maria Hinojosa, these prominent Hispanic Americans discuss such subjects as the childhood inspirations that fueled their ambitions, how they achieved success, the evolving American cultural landscape they helped mold, the importance of preserving a distinct cultural identity for future generations to embrace, and the challenges of discrimination. The subjects share stories of growing up Latino in America, how their backgrounds shaped their philosophies and their feelings on a society where new opportunities abound, but challenges still exist. Hailing from a variety of backgrounds, including Cuban, Colombian, Honduran, Mexican, Puerto Rican, and more, each interviewee has a unique perspective on his or her American success story. Release Date 2011 Duration 57 minutes

The Latino List: Volume 2 features interviews with an extraordinary cross-section of Hispanic Americans who represent a variety of professions, disciplines, and backgrounds, each speaking to the unique struggles and triumphs he or she has faced. The film consists of intimate first-person vignettes, with each subject speaking simply and directly into the camera about a number of topics — from the hot-button issue of immigration to childhood inspirations that fueled their ambitions, to the evolving American cultural landscape they helped mold, to the importance of preserving a distinct cultural identity for future generations. Volume 2 features activist Dolores Huerta, journalist Soledad O'Brian, NY Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz, model and humanitarian Christy Turlington, actors George Lopez and Judy Reyese, former Telemundo president of entertainment Nely Galan, Univision network president Cesar Conde, and political figures like Raul Yzaguirre, the US Ambassador to the Dominican Republic. From sharing stories from their childhoods to talking about life-changing moments in their professional and personal lives, each of these individuals shares what it means to be Latino in America. Directed by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2012), 49 minutes

A profile of some of the many groups listed under the label of Latino(na’s) in the U.S. Studio Guest: Rey Flores, a community activist and columnist for Hoy Newspaper in Chicago. Video Inserts: Chuy Negrette, an ethno-historian from Chicago; Professor Carlos Munoz, Jr. at the University of California at Berkeley; Dr. Marcelo Suarez-Orozco, director of the Harvard Immigration Program; and Janet Castellanos, a Professor at the University of California at Riverside. Directed by Tony Labriola, Produced by Yevette Brown, In Dealing with Diversity 3, Program 10 (University Park, IL: Governors State University), 1 hour

In a time where the 'one size fits all' concept no longer serves the needs of all consumers, retailers are making special efforts to tailor their inventories to appeal to African Americans, Hispanics, and Asian Americans along with their Caucasian counterparts. Industry professionals such as the CEO of Phat Fashions, The President of Sean Jean Clothing, the President of Uptown Magazine and CEO of NuAmerica Agency relate their experiences regarding the multicultural retail arena. Their interviews are integrated with footage of their fashion collections, the organizations they represent, and urban centers with the greatest ethnic diversity. Produced by Steve Clements (Sunrise, FL: D.E. Visuals, 2007), 21 minutes

Raúl Juliá: The World’s A Stage examines the life and career of entertainer Raúl Juliá. The documentary is a revealing portrait of the actor, who earned recognition for his versatility on stage and on screen.. Directed by Ben DeJesus, Produced by Ben DeJesus, Jill Krikorian, NGL Studios, In American Masters, Season 33, Episode 10 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2019), 1 hour 24 minutes

Steven Wolfe Pereira, Executive Vice President at Mediavest, and Carlos Gutierrez, Chairman of Immigration Reform at Republican Party of Washington, discuss the spending power of Hispanics in the U.S. and targeting by retailers. They speak on Bloomberg Television's 'Bloomberg Surveillance. Produced by Bloomberg L. P. (New York, NY: Bloomberg L. P., 2013-05-31), 6 minutes

Hispanic Trending Owner Juan Tornoe discusses the changing demographics and economic of Hispanics in the U.S. He speaks on Bloomberg Television's 'Market Makers.' Produced by Bloomberg L. P. (New York, NY: Bloomberg L. P., 2013-01-22), 4 minutes

This innovative company is the brainchild of choreographer/dancer Victor Quijada, who has successfully melded his love of hip hop with classical ballet to create a dance form that is as much at home on the street as it is on stage. Raised in Los Angeles, trained in New York, and now based in Montreal, Victor has assembled a company through scouting hip hop clubs and classical troupes. Directed by Bob Barrett, Produced by Ric Randmaa, Neil Bregman, Bob Barrett, Sound Venture, In Freedom, Episode 5 (Ottawa, ON: Sound Venture), 24 minutes